On 8/23/1990 , the vessel PONALEA (Official Number 153317) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF WALLACE ISLAND, TRINCOMALI CHANNEL, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/25/1991. Weather at the time was reported as .
VSL GROUNDED ON WALLACE ISLAND - PULLED OFF BY WILBURY BAY Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90